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>We really need to know about this.
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>Does nurse triage for these situations work?
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>Is it as good as Dr triage?
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>There is much political push for coops, triage systems etc
We've just been piloting Nurse Triage at Practice level and it has shown a
50% reduction in GP urgent consultations. We are supporting the initiative
with a push on patient education including the booklet "What should I
do?Should I go to the DR"
However having worked in the practice for 10 years, knowing the patients
well and having instant access to computerised records makes a vast
contribution to the effectiveness of the Triage.
I can see that it might work on a locality basis in an out of hours centre
where you at least know the area set up. Nationally...... well that's a
different story.
As to the question is nurse triage as good as doctor triage...well in some
cases yes, in some cases better, but in others no. :-)
Maresah Haines PN
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